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L483 BFD

1993 Rover 418

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,278 mi
Last recorded124,278 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2006
Typical for 1993 Rover 418127,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL483 BFD
MakeRover
Model418
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2006 124,278 miles

front number plate becoming unlegable

nearside front has slight play in rack

offside front has slight play in rack

oil leak from engine

rear foot brake on limit

slight play in rear anti roll bar drop links

How Reliable is the Rover 418?

Based on 44,803 MOT tests across 9,538 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
5,608
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
9,538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 4,476
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,183
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,072
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,405
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,739
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L483 BFD is a 1993 Rover 418 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 127,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 418 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 4,476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L483 BFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 418 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L483 BFD registered?

L483 BFD is a 1993 Rover 418, first registered on 28 September 1993.

Is L483 BFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L483 BFD shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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